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How Did Alzheimer’s Disease Impact the Estate Planning of These Famous People?

Posted on: January 7, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month - and the more than five million Americans living with the disease - we highlight our Top 7 Celebrity Estates impacted by Alzheimer’s disease…
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How to Find a Good Nursing Homes

Posted on: January 6, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The marketing brochure, website, and lobby might be lovely, but you should base your decision about a long-term care facility on much more data than those things.
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What was in Ray Liotta 's Will

Top 6 Questions (and Answers) about Conservatorships and Guardianships

Posted on: January 3, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
In some states, those who are appointed ‘conservator of the estate, are those who make financial decisions. Those who are appointed ‘conservator of the person,’ handle the same issues as a ‘guardian.’
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Eddie Van Halen left money to a foundation

Donor-Advised Funds - What are Some Smart Ways to Give to Charities During the Holidays?

Posted on: January 2, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
The holidays are a popular time of year to give to charity. We are in a good mood, feeling generous and may also be looking for ways to lower our taxable income before the end of the year. However, this incentive only applies, if you itemize your deductions.
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Disinhering a Child, what to know.

Hipaa Authorization - What Estate Planning Documents Does My Child Need Now That She’s an Adult?

Posted on: January 1, 2020 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Parents may be surprised to learn that without some specific documents in place, they will no longer be able to obtain information or help their loved one should they be in an accident or other situation, where they can’t advocate for themselves.
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Larry King 's estate goes on.

Dynasty Trust - How Much Control from the Grave Can Parents Have?

Posted on: December 31, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
They want to leave their house to all three of the children, but they do not want us to sell the home after they both die. Is there a way they can make it, so the house can’t be sold after their deaths?
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Can I drop mom's mortgage ?

How to Protect Your Retirement From Spendthrift Parents

Posted on: December 30, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Her elderly mother, who had already drained a modest 401(k) and tapped the family home for a home equity line of credit, wanted Clark and two siblings to subsidize her living expenses.
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What Do I Need to Know About Owning Property with Someone Other than My Spouse?

Posted on: December 27, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
It's very common for spouses to title property they own together as ‘joint with right of survivorship.’ When one passes, the other owns the property outright. It’s simple, easy and automatic. However, it can get messy when the other joint owner isn’t your spouse.
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Share Your Estate Plan Now to Protect Your Family When You Are Gone

Posted on: December 26, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Estate planning clients, typically those nearing or beyond retirement, often ask what kind of information they should share during their life with the beneficiaries of their estate.
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Financial Considerations Before Marrying Again

Posted on: December 25, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Many older clients faced with choices regarding late blooming relationships—whether from death or divorce—are confronted with a decision. Should they remarry or should they continue the new relationship without marriage.
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